1987 Toyota Sprinter Apex Trueno review from Australia and New Zealand
"Very quick car; comparable to the likes of an MR2"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Exhaust started to leak around 215000 K's.
Water pump needed replacing at 220000 K's.
Tensioners for cam-belt needed replacing after 220000kms.
Goes through front tyres a bit quicker than other front wheel drive cars.
General comments?
Car has superb braking. Four wheel disc brakes, no ABS and a very light car, means this stops very very quick.
Great torque from the engine. Great for towing and getting over the mountains, Southern Alps etc.
Adjustable suspension. You can adjust between Soft, Sports and Hard, and it works superbly.
The manual gearbox is great. It is very strong, and easy to shift through the gears.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Model Year | 1987 |
| First year of ownership | 2007 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2008 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.6 DOHC Manual |
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| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 8/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 210000 kilometres |
| Most recent distance | 221000 kilometres |
| Previous car | Toyota Van |
| Date of Entry | 3rd March, 2008 |